This Christmas, Southampton's Nuffield will be transformed into the enchanting, mythical kingdom of Camelot to tell the story of young MERLIN and his childhood friends Arthur and Gwen as they embark on an action-packed journey of a lifetime, encountering powerful magic forces, mystical characters and adventures beyond their wildest dreams. MERLIN will run tonight 26 November 2015 - 3 January 2016, with press night set for Tuesday 1 December 2015.
This Christmas, Southampton's Nuffield will be transformed into the enchanting, mythical kingdom of Camelot to tell the story of young MERLIN and his childhood friends Arthur and Gwen as they embark on an action-packed journey of a lifetime, encountering powerful magic forces, mystical characters and adventures beyond their wildest dreams. MERLIN will run 26 November 2015 - 3 January 2016, with press night set for Tuesday 1 December 2015. Scroll down for a sneak peek at the company in rehearsal!
This Christmas, Southampton's Nuffield will be transformed into the enchanting, mythical kingdom of Camelot to tell the story of young MERLIN and his childhood friends Arthur and Gwen as they embark on an action-packed journey of a lifetime, encountering powerful magic forces, mystical characters and adventures beyond their wildest dreams. MERLIN will run 26 November 2015 - 3 January 2016, with press night set for Tuesday 1 December 2015.
A survey by Blue Star Families found that 90 percent of military members believe the general public doesn't understand the sacrifices made by service members and their families. But one US Navy veteran is determined to change that.
These days, Bill Sanner is a Dallas-based computer tech business owner and prolific singer/songwriter, but he's making waves with a new memoir of his years aboard a Navy submarine, the USS H.L. Stimson, during the 1970s.
Sanner says, 'Submariners make this place a safer world, but their own world is mysterious, intriguing and interesting, too. While full of fun and lighthearted pleasure, dealing with the angst of leaving loved ones for long periods of time without any communication whatsoever makes for an amazing life.'
It's obvious from the title that The Sub-Par Adventures of Snakebite & Stonefinger (the Navy nicknames of Sanner and his best service buddy, Smitty), now available at Amazon.com, is not your standard military bio, filled with epic battles and high-level war strategy. Yet a reviewer for the Stimson Draft submariners' newsletter raved that he 'could not put it down' and declared it a 'must-have.'
That's because this moving and hilarious memoir (co-written with Sanner's friend, writer and Eclectus Records recording artist Laura Ainsworth) captures day-to-day military life as experienced by countless young enlistees and their families. The lifelong friendships formed in minutes at boot camp; the pranks ('rig jobs') that make regimented military life bearable; the everyday frustrations with what Sanner calls 'Navy nincompoopery,' and the struggles shared by young sailors and their families, as they cope with separation, loneliness, low pay, even pregnancy and childbirth, while separated by half a planet and the depths of the ocean.
Filled with dozens of never-before-published submarine photos and drawings from the 1970s, the book gives the reader a rare behind-the-scenes look at how submarines actually work (did you know they can make their own air?) and how the crews manage to work in cramped quarters and outer space-like isolation for months on end without going crazy 'while serving America in a submerged sewer pipe.' Sanner believes the key is to maintain a sense of humor. Along with family dramas and fascinating tech details, the book offers many laugh-out-loud stories, ranging from 'surfing seagulls' to the night Sanner inadvertently shattered every glass in his barracks with his stereo. But he and his comrades were Christian family men, so Sanner says that unlike Hollywood depictions of military life, 'Our hijinks were good, clean fun. You can safely let your kids read this.'
The book has been cheered by the submarine community (Sanner and Ainsworth are already booked for next year's Stimson Reunion in Charleston, South Carolina), but it is also an entertaining and engrossing read for all veterans and military families, as well as those curious about the true-life stories of the extraordinary men and women who protect America and the sacrifices made by those who love them.
Australian actors Kerrie Anne Greenland (Eponine), Chris Durling (Enjolras), and Emily Langridge (Cosette) will join previously announced cast members Simon Gleeson (Jean Valjean), Earl Carpenter (Javert), and Rachelle Ann Go (Fantine) when the new Asian Tour of the newly reimagined LES MISERABLES (LES MIS) kicks off at The Theatre at Solaire (1 Aseana Ave. Entertainment City, Paranaque City) in March 2016. Visit TicketWorld.com.ph to buy tickets.
Broadway In Chicago presents the Chicago premiere of UNSPEAKABLE, a dramatic fantasia inspired by the life of comedic legend Richard Pryor. UNSPEAKABLE features a cast of many prominent Chicago performers and will play the Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place (175 E. Chestnut St.) for a limited five-week engagement tonight, Oct. 6 through Nov. 8, 2015.
Bay Area Musicals! (BAM!), the newest non-profit theatrical organization to join the vibrant San Francisco Bay Area arts community, kicks off its inaugural season with the nine-time Tony Award winning musical, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying.
Entertain. Illuminate. Educate. As Park City Performing Arts Foundation has transitioned into Park City Institute, its mission has broadened. This season at The Eccles Center illustrates PCI's efforts to not just entertain, but also to educate and to illuminate. PCI sets the tone for a 'thinky' Eccles Center season with Edward Snowden opening the line-up on December 5 (via closed video feed). As always, the season includes an eclectic mix of live dance, music, authors, speakers, family shows, spectacles, up-and-comers and well-established legends.
An anti-bullying film, The Martial Arts Kid will open only in theatres on September 18th in New York and Los Angeles, which will then quickly be followed by other top markets including Chicago, Texas, Florida and Washington, DC.
Broadway In Chicago has announced full casting for the Chicago premiere of UNSPEAKABLE, a dramatic fantasia inspired by the life of comedic legend Richard Pryor.
Quintessence Theatre Group launches its sixth season of progressive classic theatre with Shakespeare's romantic tragedy ROMEO AND JULIET presented in rotating repertory with Wallace Shawn's celebrated translation of Machiavelli's sex comedy THE MANDRAKE. A nine actor repertory ensemble comprised of Quintessence's best and director Alexander Burns will continue to establish Quintessence's brand of full throttle epic classic theatre for today. ROMEO AND JULIET will begin previews on Wednesday, September 30 at 7pm and open on Saturday, October 3 at 8pm. THE MANDRAKE will begin previews on Wednesday, October 14 at 7pm and open on Saturday, October 17 at 8pm. All performances are at the Sedgwick Theater, 7137 Germantown Ave in Mt Airy, Philadelphia, 19119. To purchase tickets visit www.QuintessenceTheatre.org or call 215.987.4450.
Bounce TV (http://bouncetv.com), the nation's fastest-growing television network for African Americans, will launch a new original series In The Cut - a half-hour situation comedy
An anti-bullying film, The Martial Arts Kid will open only in theatres on September 18th in New York and Los Angeles, which will then quickly be followed by other top markets including Chicago, Texas, Florida and Washington, DC.
Bounce TV (http://bouncetv.com), the nation's fastest-growing television network for African Americans, will launch a new original series In The Cut - a half-hour situation comedy
Eric Rosen, Artistic Director of Kansas City Repertory Theatre, today announced the casting for the lead roles for Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine's Pulitzer-Prize winning masterpiece, Sunday in the Park with George. Drama Desk and Lucille Lortel Nominee Claybourne Elder (Bonnie & Clyde, Road Show, Allegro) will lead the cast as George, reprising his critically-acclaimed performance in Signature Theatre's award-winning 2014 production. Broadway veteran Sara Jean Ford (A Little Night Music, The Phantom of the Opera, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Finian's Rainbow) has been cast in the legendary role of Dot. Rosen will direct the production, to be produced in a unique partnership with the Nelson Atkins Museum of Art.
Theater in Tennessee has never been busier nor has it been more diverse than what you'll find onstage this weekend throughout the Volunteer State. From frothy and fun summer musicals that are sure to make you think - like All Shook Up at Chaffin's Barn and A Chorus Line at Cumberland County Playhouse - to new plays from Shawn Whitsell (his latest, Songs For Our Sons, premieres at Darkhorse Theatre on Friday night) and emerging playwright Che Pieper (his new script based on the book The Man With the Light in His Window debuts at The Theater Bug this weekend)…the magic of live theater is all around you…even in this heat and humidity! So pull your seersucker suits and sundresses out of the closet, get all gussied up and make your way to the relative cool of a darkened theater for some midsummer magic!
Inspired by BroadwayWorld.com's Friday Six, welcome to BroadwayWorld Nashville's latest installment of The Friday Five: five questions designed to help you learn more about the talented people you'll find onstage throughout the Volunteer state. Today, we introduce you to Kathleen Jaffe, who stars in Play On! opening tonight at Lakewood Theatre in Old Hickory.
Lakewood Theater Company presents its third show of their 2015 season with its production of the classic Play On!, beginning today, July 17, 2015 and running through Sunday, August 2, 2015.
And Sondra Morton, Jayme Smith and co. (that would be Act Too) stages their company's latest work at the historic Franklin Theatre - The Sound of Music - starring Kimberly Rye as Maria, Cameron Bortz as Rolf and the inimitable Matt Baugher as Georg Von Trapp. Check it out!
Lakewood Theater Company presents its third show of their 2015 season with its production of the classic Play On!, beginning Friday, July 17, 2015 and running through Sunday, August 2, 2015.
